Monthly Archives: September 2011

I reached a new town in the east coast today, and I’ve decided I’m going to park myself here for a bit. I walked into my hostel, expecting the typical backpacker’s joint- nice enough but crowded and certainly ‘economy,’ and … Continue reading →

It is my last night in Byron Bay, Australia. I came here with the intention of spending 3 nights, and this will be my 10th. I love this little town. It reminds me of Boulder, Colorado with it’s hippie-chic vibe … Continue reading →

A week ago Friday morning, I took my train to my hostel and set my bags down, tired from the trip and still feeling a bit anxious about being here by myself. How could I feel lonely and homesick when … Continue reading →

I am sitting in baggage claim with the full realization that I am half way around the world, alone. That feeling is both intimidating and liberating. I have never arrived anywhere in life where I didn’t have a loved one with … Continue reading →